Trainee Shunter Driver – Rotational Days & Nights

Our client based in Belfast Harbour is currently hiring Trainee Shunter Drivers to work on their sites around the port. This position will be full time with a view of becoming permanent after 12 weeks probationary period. As Belfast Harbour is in operation 24/7 you will work four, 12 hour shifts per week.

Position: Shunter Drivers

Location: Belfast Harbour

Duration: Temporary to Permanent

Hours of Work:

Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 7am to 7pm

Week 2- Any 4 out of 7 Nights – 7pm to 7am

Week 3 – Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday – 7am to 7pm

Applicants would need to be flexible with client working hours as they may be required to work overtime during busy periods.

Benefits: Full training, Excellent Career Progression, Free on-site car parking, over time available, pension and holiday contributions, PPE Supplied

Duties will include (but not be limited to):

• Transporting containers to and from sites.
• Inspecting vehicles and trailers.
• Ensuring the safe movement of large vehicles and trailers around Belfast Harbour
• Adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers.
• All other duties as required by the client.

Essential Criteria:

• Previous forklift/ heavy plant experience
• Valid UK Driving Licence
• Over 2 years driving experience

Desirable Criteria:

• Valid HGV 1 Licence

Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Business.